Beware icy roads overnight, says R.I. DOT

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Motorists should watch out for ice Thursday night through Friday morning, the state Department of Transportation has warned.

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Posted Feb. 20, 2014 @ 5:59 pm

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Motorists should watch out for ice Thursday night through Friday morning, the state Department of Transportation has warned.

The DOT said that snow melt from Thursday’s mild temperatures, combined with expected freezing rain overnight and limited salt application may result in slippery road conditions. Black ice is highly likely, the DOT said in a news release.

DOT crews will be out overnight to monitor roadway conditions. But given the limited amount of salt available motorists should drive with reduced speed, especially on untreated surfaces, and allow extra time for travel.